If you love coffee in the morning, try this creamy Tiramisu Chia Pudding. Inspired by the classic Italian dessert, it has cocoa, espresso and a creamy yogurt base instead of mascarpone. It only takes a few minutes to prepare and keeps for up to 4 days in the fridge.
Key Ingredients
Espresso: Use one shot of espresso. If you don’t have an espresso machine, mix 1 tsp instant espresso powder with 2 tbsp hot water, or use strong brewed coffee.
Yogurt: Use a plain, thick yogurt for the creamy tiramisu-style base.
Instructions
Step One: Mix together the wet ingredients: plant-based milk, yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and espresso. Stir everything well to combine.
Step Two: Add chia seeds and whisk to combine (or stir with a fork). Leave the mixture for 5–10 minutes, then stir again to break up any clumps of chia seeds.
Step Three: Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
Step Four: After chilling, dust the top with cocoa powder. It’s great as is, but I personally think it’s extra yummy with a dollop of yogurt and fresh raspberries – the choice is yours!
Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Coffee Options
Yes, strong brewed coffee will work. If you don’t have an espresso machine, you can also mix instant espresso powder with hot water.
Tiramisu Chia Pudding
Ingredients
- 1¼ cups milk approx. 300 ml; I use unsweetened soy milk, but any milk works.
- ½ cup plain, thick yogurt approx. 115 g
- 3-4 tablespoons maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 shot espresso approx. 30ml; or mix 1 teaspoon instant espresso with 2 tablespoons hot water.
- ½ cup chia seeds approx. 80 g
To Serve
- ½ cup plain, thick yogurt approx. 115 g; optional
- cocoa powder for dusting
- raspberries optional
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla extract, espresso and chia seeds until well combined.
- Leave for 5-10 minutes, then stir again to break up any clumps.
- Divide evenly between four small jars or containers. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or overnight, until thickened.
- Before serving, spoon a layer of yogurt over each chia pudding, if using. Dust lightly with cocoa powder and top with raspberries, if desired.
Tine says
love the coffee flavor in this chia pudding!! a healthier version of tiramisu really.